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Masked men detain key aide to Venezuelan opposition leader
Masked security forces detain key aide to Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó in raid on his home
Venezuelan opposition seizes 3 offices in U.S.
Representatives of National Assembly President Juan Guaidó, who has been recognized by the U.S. and more than four dozen countries as Venezuela's legitimate leader, said they took control of three diplomatic offices in Washington and New York that were formerly operated by the government of President Nicolás Maduro. CBS News State Department Christina Ruffini joins CBSN with analysis.
Venezuelan opposition seizes diplomatic offices in U.S.
President Nicolás Maduro's foreign ministry warned that his government could take "reciprocal" actions in Venezuelan territory
Maduro regime suggests Guaido behind Venezuelan blackouts
U.S. backed opposition claims over 17 have died in power cuts
U.S. pulling last of its embassy personnel from Venezuela
Move comes as blackout continues and desperation spreads across much of nation in grips of political crisis and hyperinflation
Blackout in Venezuela strains humanitarian crisis
Dr. Luis Fernandez told CBS News one patient lost her baby and he's now worried about others
Top Democrats urge Trump to back protections for Venezuelans
The legislation would allow Venezuelans living in the U.S. who have fled the country's collapsing economy to qualify for TPS protections
Venezuela deports American journalist
Venezuela has deported American journalist Cody Weddle back to the U.S. a day after military forces arrested him. CBS News State Department reporter Christina Ruffini joins CBSN to explain what the Trump administration is doing to support opposition leader Juan Guaidó.
U.S. journalist detained in Venezuela has been freed
ABC affiliate WPLG-TV reporter Cody Weddle was seen leaving from his residence with five men wearing black uniforms early Wednesday
Venezuela's Maduro looks the other way as his chief foe comes home
Opposition leader Juan Guaidó risked arrest returning to Venezuela but breezed through airport security, so where does his uprising go now?
Jorge Ramos says he was detained in Venezuela
Venezuela is deporting American journalist Jorge Ramos who says he was detained for more than two hours at the presidential palace. He was interviewing President Nicolás Maduro at the time. Violent and deadly protests continue over U.S.-backed opposition leader Juan Guaidó's challenge to Maduro's power. Manuel Bojorquez reports from Cúcata, Colombia, near the Venezuelan border.
"Not how you treat the press," says producer held in Venezuela
Maria Martinez-Guzman of Univision and anchor Jorge Ramos were among crew put into a dark room when an interview with Nicolás Maduro turned south
Journalists detained in Venezuela
Embattled Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro locked an American news reporter and his producer in a dark room and confiscated their equipment after they attempted to interview him earlier this week. Univision reporter Jorge Ramos traveled to Venezuela to ask Maduro questions about the country's economic instability. His producer Maria Martinez-Guzman joined CBSN to discuss what happened next.
Univision crew deported from Venezuela
Univision's Jorge Ramos said the Maduro regime in Venezuela detained his crew for more than two hours and confiscated their cameras and cellphones. This comes as deadly protests continue. Christine Armario of The Associated Press joins CBSN to discuss the latest from the Colombia-Venezuela border.
Guaidó plans to take over Venezuela presidency
Opposition leader Juan Guaidó says he will begin acting as president as soon as he returns to Venezuela. Guaidó traveled to Colombia,where he met with Vice President Mike Pence. Former USAID official Jeremy Konyndyk joined CBSN to discuss what's next for Guaidó and how President Maduro is responding.
Pence vows support for Venezuelan opposition
Speaking in Colombia, Vice President Mike Pence called for the Venezuelan army to stop supporting President Nicolás Maduro. Pence also met with opposition leader Juan Guaidó and said the U.S. will continue to support the opposition until democracy is restored. Meanwhile, several American journalists were detained at the Venezuelan presidential palace. CBS News reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN AM to discuss the latest.
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Clashes over aid escalate in Venezuela
Vice President Mike Pence met with Venezuela's opposition leader in Colombia on Monday. This comes amid growing violence in Venezuela and efforts by the Trump administration to force out President Nicolas Maduro. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Jorge Ramos says he was detained while interviewing Maduro
The prominent Univision anchor said footage of his interview with the embattled Venezuelan president was confiscated
Jorge Ramos briefly detained in Venezuela
Univision anchor Jorge Ramos, one of the most well-known journalists in Spanish-language television in the U.S., said he and his crew were temporarily detained by the Venezuelan government Monday night after their interview with the country's embattled President Nicolás Maduro was abruptly ended.
Pence announces new sanctions on Maduro regime in Venezuela
Maduro has managed to cling to power, or at least its semblance, in part because he has retained the loyalty of top military brass
Pence announces new sanctions on Maduro
Vice President Mike Pence announced in Bogota, Colombia, Monday that the U.S. will move to impose a new round of sanctions on members of the Maduro regime amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Venezuela. Watch his remarks.
More sanctions against Maduro regime expected
Vice President Mike Pence will meet with Venezuela's opposition leader Juan Guaidó in Colombia Monday, as Venezuela's government cracks down again on protests. The U.S. is backing him to replace President Nicolás Maduro. Violent border clashes killed at least two people and injured hundreds more over the weekend. Manuel Bojorquez reports from Cúcata.
As Venezuela crisis escalates, "all options" considered
Secretary of State Pompeo says U.S. will not rule out military force in challenging Venezuelan president
Trump briefed on new options for military strikes in Iran, source says
President Trump appeared to lay out his red line of action on Friday when he warned that if the Iranian government began "killing people like they have in the past, we would get involved."
U.S. officials to meet with Danish officials Wednesday about Greenland, sources say
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
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Iran threatens protesters, U.S. troops in region, as unrest continues
As activists say Iran's anti-government unrest has seen at least 538 people killed, the nation's rulers threaten protesters and U.S. forces across the Mideast.
Omar says federal probe into Minnesota fraud is "creating confusion and chaos"
Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar denounced a surge of federal agents to Minneapolis targeting Somalis and other immigrants after a fraud scheme in the state.
Homeland Security again restricts when lawmakers can visit ICE facilities
The Department of Homeland Security policy is dated Jan. 8 and was submitted Saturday in federal court comes amid three Democratic lawmakers being denied entry to an ICE facility in Minneapolis.
Justice Department has scrapped its "Peacemakers" office
In the civil rights era, the agency formed its Community Relations Service, a group of dozens of federal specialists who were informally referred to as "America's peacemaker."
Justice Dept. served subpoenas to the Fed, Powell says
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
Trump warns Cuba to make a "deal" on oil after Maduro ouster
President Trump on Saturday announced that Venezuela has "started the process" of releasing its political prisoners.
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U.S. officials to meet with Danish officials Wednesday about Greenland, sources say
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Omar says it is "not acceptable" to make early judgments on Minneapolis shooting
"If they're saying we shouldn't believe our eyes, then let the investigation take place before you characterize this mother of three as a domestic terrorist," Rep. Ilhan Omar said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
2 men killed, 2 others rescued after avalanche in Washington state
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Trump urges credit card companies to slash interest rates to 10% for one year
President Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates late Friday, an idea that has drawn strong support from lawmakers in both parties but pushback from card issuers.
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Trump posted some U.S. jobs data the before its official release
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Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
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Justice Dept. served subpoenas to the Fed, Powell says
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Omar says it is "not acceptable" to make early judgments on Minneapolis shooting
"If they're saying we shouldn't believe our eyes, then let the investigation take place before you characterize this mother of three as a domestic terrorist," Rep. Ilhan Omar said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Reference to Trump's impeachments removed from National Portrait Gallery
The wall text, which summarized Trump's first presidency and noted his 2024 comeback victory, was part of the museum's "American Presidents" exhibition.
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State of denial: How insurance companies impact health care today
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
State of denial: Insurers' impact on health care
Millions of Americans are struggling with medical care – either unable to pay high premiums, burdened with high deductibles, or denied coverage for necessary tests and treatment by health insurance companies. Erin Moriarty of "48 Hours" talks with doctors and health experts about how medical care is being eroded by insurers motivated by profit. As one doctor says, insurance companies have "made it more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
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Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
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U.S. officials to meet with Danish officials Wednesday about Greenland, sources say
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
Human heads displayed at Ecuador tourist beach in warning to gangs
Images on social media showed five heads tied with ropes on two wooden posts at a popular whale watching destination in Ecuador's southwest.
Greenland conquest "would be disastrous," Sen. Tim Kaine says
"I think Congress will stop [President Trump', both Democrats and Republicans," Sen. Tim Kaine about any plans to take Greenland by military force.
Trump briefed on new options for military strikes in Iran, source says
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Extended interview: Carrie Coon
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How to outsmart cybercriminals and protect your data
In his new book "Spies, Lies, and Cybercrime," former FBI Counterintelligence Operative Eric O'Neill describes the art of outsmarting cybercriminals and protecting your data and wallet. O'Neill spoke with CBS News' Major Garrett about steps people can take to stay safe online.
Meta signs 3 deals for nuclear energy to power AI data centers
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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U.K. could ban X if platform can't "get a grip" on AI sexualized images
Britain's leader says all options on the table if Musk's X platform doesn't stop Grok AI tool being used to generate non-consensual sexualized images.
Privacy impact of Gmail tools driven by AI
Millions of Americans who use Gmail are getting a new package of tools, driven by artificial intelligence. Google says it's trying to make Gmail more like a personal assistant as it brings more of its Gemini AI to your inbox with three updates. The changes come with some privacy concerns. Jo Ling Kent explains.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
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Arrest made in Ohio dentist murder mystery
Michael McKee, 39, is accused of shooting and killing his ex-wife, Monique, and her husband, Spencer Tepe. The couple was found dead in their Columbus, Ohio, home last month. Ali Bauman reports.
A young mom was near death from lead poisoning. Who was trying to kill her?
Hannah Pettey, 22, a married mother of two from Alabama, suffered debilitating pain and lost more than 45 pounds as her health rapidly declined. Doctors suspected either her mother or her husband were trying to poison her.
Cold case murder victim was a bridesmaid in killer's wedding
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Chicago man arrested in murders of Ohio dentist and his wife, police say
Michael McKee is the ex-husband of Monique Tepe, according to court records obtained by CBS News. Tepe and her husband, Spencer, were shot and killed in Columbus on Dec. 30.
Mangione's lawyers fight to block death penalty
Luigi Mangione was back in court on Friday, where his lawyers worked to block the Justice Department from seeking the death penalty in his federal trial for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione pleaded not guilty in April 2025.
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Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA hopes to return Crew 11 to Earth next week over medical issue
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
NASA cutting ISS mission short
Four crew members aboard the International Space Station will be brought home more than a month early in the coming days as NASA cuts its mission short due to health concerns. NASA says the ailing astronaut is stable and while it is not an emergency, weeks more in space are not in the best interest of their health.
ISS crew returning early due to medical issue
The crew at the International Space Station will return home early because of what NASA is calling a medical concern with a crew member. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
NASA postpones spacewalk for medical concerns
NASA on Thursday postponed a scheduled spacewalk on the International Space Station due to a "medical concern." CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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